Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM4

Headphones Comparison, Reviews and Tests

In depth comparison and review of Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT and Sony WH-1000XM4. Compare design, audio features, functions and other important specifications to easily choose the right headphones for you. Our goal is to help you uncover differences between the products and find the headphones that will best fit your needs.

Headphones Specifications Comparison

Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT vs. Sony WH-1000XM4 Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Product Type Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless Headphones - Bluetooth - wireless, wired - NFC - 3.5 mm jack
Height - 25.2 cm
Width - 7.7 cm
Length - 18.5 cm
Weight 263 g 520 g Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT are lighter than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT headphones.
Colour - White | Black | Silver | Midnight blue
Earpad Material Memory foam Urethane foam
Recommended Use Portable electronics Portable electronics
Bluetooth Range (Operating Distance) 10 m 10 m The maximum operating distance of both headphones is the same.
High-Resolution Audio - Yes
SOUND QUALITY Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Headphones Form Factor Full size Full size
Headphones Technology Dynamic Dynamic
Ear Cups Type - Closed
Foldable Yes Yes Both headphones can be folded.
Connectivity Technology Wireless Wireless, wired
Wireless Technology Bluetooth Bluetooth
Bluetooth Version Bluetooth 5.0 Bluetooth 5.0 Both headphones have the same Bluetooth version.
Bluetooth Profiles Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP) Hands-Free Profile (HFP), Headset Profile (HSP), Advanced Audio Distribution Profile (A2DP), Audio/Video Remote Control Profile (AVRCP), Serial Copy Management System (SCMS-T)
Bluetooth Audio Codec SBC, AAC, aptX SBC, AAC, LDAC
Active Noise Cancelling Yes Yes Both headphones are equipped with active noice cancellation.
Active Noise Cancelling Technology Hybrid ANC Ambient Sound Mode / Dual Noise Sensor
Sound Output Mode Stereo -
Sound Effects - Digital Sound Enhancement Engine Extreme (DSEE Extreme), Adaptive Sound Control, 360 Reality Audio
Frequency Response 5 - 40000 Hz -
Max Input Power 1000 mW -
Sensitivity 100 dB/mW -
Impedance 35 Ohm -
Diaphragm 40 mm Aluminium coated LCP - 40 mm Both headphones are designed with same thick diaphragm.
Simultaneously Connectable Devices Qty (Multipoint) - 2 Sony WH-1000XM4 have the ability to connect to multiple devices simultaneously.
Magnet Material - Neodymium
Features - HD Noise Canceling Processor QN1, Speak-to-chat technology, Precise Voice Pickup Technology, Quick Attention function, CCAW coil, Smart Listening Technology, Personal Noise Cancelling Optimiser, Atmospheric Pressure Optimising
MICROPHONE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Form Factor Built-in Built-in
Microphone Technology Electret condenser -
Microphone Operation Mode Omni-directional -
Frequency Response 50 - 4000 Hz -
Sensitivity -44 dB -
Microphones Included - 5
REMOTE CONTROL Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Controls Volume control, answer/end Volume control, ANC on/off
CABLE Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Cable Type Headphones cable - detachable - L shaped - 1.2 m USB-C charge cable - detachable
Audio cable - OFC - L shaped / mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm - 1.2 m
Cable Length 1.2 m -
Detachable Cable Yes Yes
FEATURES Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Features - Touch control
Internet of Things (IoT) Compatible - Yes
Intelligent Assistant - Google Assistant, Alexa
Sensors - Proximity sensor, touch sensor
Additional Functions - Touch panel
BATTERY AND CHARGING Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Battery Type Headphone battery rechargeable - lithium polymer Headphone battery rechargeable
Battery Life 60 hour(s) 38 hour(s) Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT lasts longer on a single charge than the Sony WH-1000XM4.
Battery Life Details Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / Bluetooth): up to 35 hours
Continuous playback (noise cancelling ON / cable connection): up to 60 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling on): up to 30 hours
Continuous playback (active noise-cancelling off): up to 38 hours
Standby Time - 200 hours
Charging Time 5.5 hour(s) 3 hour(s) Sony WH-1000XM4 recharge faster than Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT.
Included Qty - 1
CONNECTIONS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole) USB (power only)
Bluetooth
Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
OTHERS Audio-Technica QuietPoint ATH-ANC900BT Sony WH-1000XM4
Included Accessories Carrying case, airplane adapter, micro-USB cable (0.3m) Carrying case, in-flight plug adapter, headphones cable (1.2 m), USB-C cable (0.2m)
Service & Support - Limited warranty - parts - 1 year
Limited warranty - labour - 90 days
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